(StatePoint) Does it seem like mangos are everywhere you look? You’re not imagining it! From carts to menus, consumers can’t get enough mango, fueling a viral craze with new creations hitting shelves and restaurants daily. In fact, Circana’s Dole Panel of total U.S. outlets (General Food and Frozen Departments; L52 WE 1/25/25) shows that 54% of U.S. consumers who shop the frozen or general food departments buy mango items, and 86% of those buyers make a repeat purchase.
“More and more people are looking for bold fruit flavors that excite, and mango hits at the heart of that,” says Mike Secor, vice president, Marketing at Dole Packaged Foods. “By picking and packing them at peak ripeness, their vibrant, tropical goodness can be enjoyed well beyond mango season throughout the year.”
According to chefs, the appeal of mangos is all about versatility. “They are sweet and delicious as-is, but the juicy tropical flavor notes combined with its creamy texture transforms any recipe, whether they be snacks, main courses or beverages,” says James Bickmore-Hutt, executive chef at Dole. “Mangos are one of my favorite fruits to use when creating unforgettable dishes.”
When the next mango craving hits or the mood strikes to create something unique, there are convenient ways to enjoy the must-have fruit that are ready-to-eat with no prep needed for busy days -- from on-the-go snacking with Dole Diced Mango Fruit Bowls snacks in 100% Juice to Canned Mango Chunks in 100% Juice to the velvety smooth Dole Whip® Mango Fruit First Treat.
Mangos continue to surge in popularity, and luckily, it’s easier than ever to enjoy this “It” fruit any time.
